About This Book
Parents can reach for this book when their child is preparing for the first day of school and needs a gentle, positive preview of the experience. Amanda Pig, Schoolgirl follows the endearing and enthusiastic Amanda through every happy moment of her first day, from getting dressed in her special school outfit to making a new friend and loving every activity. The book's short, manageable chapters and sweet-natured tone make it perfect for children ages 5 to 7. It validates a child's excitement while soothing underlying nerves, framing school as a wonderful, fun, and safe place to be.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is secular and focuses on the universal childhood milestone of starting school. The resolution is unequivocally happy and reassuring.
Ideal Reader
A 5 or 6-year-old preparing for kindergarten or first grade. This child is likely more excited than anxious but still needs a concrete picture of what a school day entails. It's also a perfect first chapter book for a newly independent reader who will feel a sense of accomplishment finishing the story on their own.
Parent Prep
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